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Thekkady Tourism Guide

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A breathtakingly beautiful little district in God’s own country, Thekkady is one of the must visit destinations for travelers who are visiting Kerala. Thekkady tourism takes tourists through the amazing holiday that they visualize when they think of Kerala. Thekkady sightseeing will take you to little streams winding through dense forest over all kinds of terrain, from hills and valleys to the neat, orderly plantations that dot the landscape. Thekkady climate is great for traveling here throughout the year, but ensure that it is not raining here before you book your stay if you want to enjoy Thekkady boating. Spice markets and elephant safaris are all a part of the charm of this little slice of paradise. Along with the many beautiful sights to see, tourism in Thekkady offers a number of activities unique to it in Kerala that can only be experienced here.

Also on offer are the other things that can be expected from a holiday in Kerala, authentic local cuisine, relaxing spa treatments and the opportunity to interact with local art forms like Kathakali and Kalarippayattu. Also make sure to visit the Thekkady wildlife sanctuary.

One of the biggest attractions for Thekkady tourism is the nearby Periyar Tiger Reserve. This sanctuary is one of the best places to observe wildlife and perhaps even catch a glimpse of the magnificent tigers. Various activities like taking elephant rides and jeep safaris are available for tourists to enjoy in this Reserve. Apart from the tigers, the reserve is home to a large number of elephants and quite a few rare and endangered species as well. The funny thing about Thekkady tourism is that this fact is not publicized as much as the presence of the tigers. Some of these other species of animals that can be observed in the reserve include the Gaur, the Nilgiri Tahir and the Lion Tailed Macaque among others. Read on to find out all this and more in this comprehensive Thekkady travel guide, ideal for people intending to visit. You can also travel from Thekkday to Munnar for a short stay.

How To Reach Thekkady

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By Air

The nearest domestic airport to Thekkady is Madurai airport, which is about 136 km away. There are flights connecting Madurai to various important Indian cities including Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata. From Madurai airport, travellers ca...

By Train

Thekkady also lacks a train station which means that directly reaching the city by train is out of the question. The nearest train station is in Kottayam which is roughly 110 kms away. Connected to other big junctions in the area,...

By Road

By road is the main and only approach that takes you directly to Thekkady. The two options when reaching by road are by bus and by car. There are Kerala State Department buses to Thekkady from a bunch of cities, including importan...

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FAQ's of Thekkady

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Ideally, how long should someone stay in Thekkady?

The ideal amount of time spent in Thekkady would depend on the traveller's reason for going there. While there are quite a few places around that are not to be missed to see the true beauty of the place, one can ideally see most of them in 3 or 4 days. However, as the biggest attraction is Periyar National Park, anyone visiting Thekkady to spend a few days observing the animals could do with staying a week and seeing some of the other nearby attractions as well.

What should someone pack when going to Thekkady?

In terms of clothes, muted colours like green, brown, grey are recommended as the national park is a main attraction. The clothes should ideally also be comfortable and easy to walk around in. Since the other attractions around Thekkady are nature oriented as well, it makes packing the essentials of mosquito repellent, flashlight and good shoes necessary as well.

How much do elephant rides cost in Thekkady?

In Thekkady the cost of a one and a half hour ride from the Elephant Junction is roughly Rs. 1300.

Is it better to visit Thekkady with friends or family?

Thekkady is a place that you would visit to be close to nature and as such, it is a peaceful and luxurious experience. A visit with family is ideal and it is an excellent place to spend some down-time with the family and relax. Of course, if you have friends that share a common interest with you, for example, wildlife/nature photography, then it is a great place to visit with them as well.

What safari is available in Thekkady?

There is boating, border hiking, Bamboo rafting and Jungle safari to Gavi. The safari includes trekking, pedal boating, visit to cardamon plantations as well as the museum.

Tourism in Thekkady

The other places that can be seen include the Mangla Devi temple, which is open for visitors once a year, various plantations around Murukady, Odamade and Vellaramkunnu and a visit to the sleepy little village of Chellarkovil. The things to do here include a guided tour through the Periyar tiger trail. Jeep and elephant safaris through the Reserve can also be enjoyed. There is also an option to go bamboo rafting and take nature walks, among other things. In terms of accommodation, Thekkady offers everything from basic homestays to fairly luxurious resorts. Thekkady tourism is quite well developed as it sees a number of tourists from all over the world visiting around the year and the Kerala government helps out a fair amount as well.

So if it is a complete experience of Kerala, that tourists are searching for, then Thekkady is an absolute must visit. The opportunity to see the majestic tigers, going rafting through the backwaters, riding on the back of an elephant all in the same day is a tantalizing thought for any traveller planning a trip. Any visit to Kerala is incomplete without a few days spent exploring this little pocket of serenity. A taste of tourism in Thekkady will leave travellers wanting more.